Top golf gadgets to improve your game and swing

Heading off to a golf course to practice your swing has always been a great way to unwind. For some, the sport gives them a chance to temporarily remove themselves from the digital world. With wearable technology breaking into so many facets of our lives, it was only a matter of time before technology found its way into golf. There are many wearable devices hitting the market now for all manner of niches. Amateur and professional golfers alike have started to embrace wearables to improve their game and obtain a competitive edge.

Smartwatch and sensory technology have come a long way in helping golfers hone their skills. Using a GPS watch, for example, can help golfers make better decisions. GPS watches show maps of golf courses and display the golfer’s current distance from each hole. Tiny sensors placed on gloves or clubs can analyse swings, and some wearables track performance, such as how far the ball travels and how accurate the golfer is on the fairway. These gadgets offer unprecedented insights into the game and actionable information to become a better golfer.

Some PGA Tour players take advantage of wearables or other technology during practice rounds, but they are not allowed to use technology, even cell phones, during the actual competition.

While Tour players are still not able to use the data in real time, there is nothing stopping you from embracing technology to slash shots off your handicap. This is our pick of some of the best golf gadgets you can buy today.